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United We Stand Tour opens with Shelter Island conference
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Free & Equal Elections Foundation and The Family Office Summit will launch the 2026 United We Stand Tour with a three-day conference Aug. 26-28 at Shelter Island’s Ram’s Head Inn. The event brings Russell Brand, Sheriff Richard Mack, Patrick…
Oscar- and Emmy-winning team wraps production on SAHD Life
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Production has wrapped in Tacoma on SAHD Life, a six-episode mockumentary comedy from The Unreasnble, Puyallup Tribal Enterprises and Blink49 Studios.
Cybernews launches AI trustworthiness ranking for 500 companies
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Cybernews has introduced a yearly ranking that scores 500 AI companies across security, data privacy, organizational transparency and public perception.
The Iron Horse Hotel leans into Milwaukee’s boutique identity
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The Iron Horse Hotel in Milwaukee is highlighting its mix of historic warehouse design, motorcycle-friendly amenities and dining at The Yard as it courts travelers, locals and event guests.
Hal Pollock launches Patrice Rouge art line after chance 2018 call
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Cleveland entrepreneur Hal Pollock turned a 2018 phone call into a new art venture with French painter Patrice Rouge.
Dîner en Blanc Washington DC adds Art to Go-Go and Alliance Française as partners
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Dîner en Blanc Washington DC returns Aug. 29 with live art, Go-Go and jazz, and a Paris-inspired theme at a secret location.
Dec-O-Art to make first NATDA Trailer Show appearance
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Dec-O-Art will exhibit for the first time at the 2026 NATDA Trailer Show in Nashville, giving the label printer a direct platform to meet trailer dealers and manufacturers.
Transit Hall Media turns a novel into a licensable story database
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Transit Hall Media said Aug. 18 it has commercialized a 21-register database built from its historical epic, The House of He, and is offering dual-track licensing for film, gaming, publishing and other uses.
Award-winning film KHOONTA gets Times Square billboard spotlight
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KHOONTA, an independent feature film rooted in Himalayan culture, unveiled its second official poster on a Times Square billboard on Aug. 9, 2026, after earlier premieres and award wins in Cannes, London and Kolkata.
Global Art & Fashion Gala marks America 250 at the Kennedy Center
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The Global Humanities Foundation hosted the Global Art & Fashion Gala – America the Beautiful at the Kennedy Center on Aug. 17, 2026, drawing diplomats, artists and civic leaders from more than 15 countries.
Riot House Publishing launches with profit-sharing model and political nonfiction slate
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Riot House Publishing launched in Los Angeles on Aug. 17, 2026, with a plan to publish a small number of books each year and share profits more evenly with authors.
TEMPO Networks launches TEMPO Africa through Zambia carnival partnership
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TEMPO Networks is expanding into Africa through a multi-year partnership with Zambia’s Lusaka Carnival, marking the company’s 21st anniversary and a new push to connect Caribbean and African culture, media and tourism.
NEFT Vodka backs Austin hospitality workers with Good Work Austin partnership
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NEFT Vodka is sponsoring Good Work Austin’s “Building Good Work Together” event on Aug. 25 at Still Austin Whiskey Co. The partnership is aimed at supporting training, healthcare access and stronger workplaces for Austin’s hospitality workers.
Iron Horse Hotel turns Thursday nights into a bike scene draw in Milwaukee
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The Iron Horse Hotel is hosting weekly Bike Nights every Thursday from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. at The Yard, aiming to attract riders and locals through live music, food, drinks and motorcycle culture.
Downtown Oak Park marks 34th Oaktoberfest with free two-day festival Sept. 25-26
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Downtown Oak Park will host the 34th annual Oaktoberfest on Sept. 25-26 in the village’s downtown district, with free admission, live music, craft beer and family activities.
Moments with Marianne spotlights authors, experts and creators on KMET
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Moments with Marianne Radio Show is expanding its profile with weekday prime-drive-time interviews on KMET 1490 AM and 98.1 FM, reaching Southern California and global podcast listeners.
Levels Nightclub plans 14th anniversary undersea party in Bangkok
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Bangkok nightlife venue Levels will celebrate its 14th anniversary on Aug. 27 with an immersive undersea-themed event called “Beneath the Surface.” The party at the Sukhumvit Soi 11 club will feature DJs, MCs and dancers, with invite-only access…
Farrah Mechael tops 1.4 million streams as 2026 momentum builds
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Farrah Mechael says her 2026 gains now include more than 1.4 million career streams, 77 professional credits and a growing international audience.
Bath Garden Center to host Roots & Rhythm concert benefiting FoCo Cafe
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Bath Garden Center & Nursery will hold the second Roots & Rhythm event on Aug. 19 in Fort Collins, featuring the Wendy Woo Band, food, drinks and a silent auction.
The River Cryers launch Kickstarter for debut album
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The River Cryers, a Nashville Americana rock band made up of veteran musicians from Jars of Clay, White Heart and other acts, is crowdfunding its self-titled debut album on Kickstarter from Aug. 11 to Sept. 10. Backers can get early access to the…
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